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Elizabeth Marie Knecht

Elizabeth Marie Knecht, MD

Otolaryngology

Accepting New Patients
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Need help scheduling? Call 937-641-4000

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 2-12
  • Adolescent 12-21

Languages

  • Spanish
  • French
  • English

Gender

Female

About

Professional Statement

Elizabeth Knecht, MD is a pediatric ENT fellowship-trained physician providing advanced  pediatric otolaryngology care at Dayton Children's. Dr. Knect completed her fellowship training in pediatric otolaryngology at the University of Michigan and her residency at Loma Linda University in California.  Dr. Knecht has a special interest in swallowing disorders, management of airway disorders (including laryngomalacia, laryngeal clefts and others), tracheostomy placement and management, ear infections, enlarged tonsils and sleep concerns, thyroid masses, head and neck tumors, sialendoscopy, botox injections of the salivary glands and congenital ear deformities.

awards and honors:
Diplomate of the American Board of Otolaryngology
Member of the American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngologists
American Academy of Otolaryngology Humanitarian Travel Grant
AAOAF-Merck Clinical Scholar Award
Top Abstract Submission at the American Academy of Otolaryngologic Allergy
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Dayton Magazine, finalist, best pediatric otolaryngology, 2021

publications and presentations:
Miller, J., Farlow, J., Knecht, E., Sanchez, R., Zopf, D., Kim, J. Ultrasonographic Assessment of Costochondral Cartilage for Microtia Reconstruction. Accepted for publication in the Laryngoscope May 28, 2018
Kutzner, E., Miot, C., Liu, Y., Renk, E., Park, JS., Inman, J. "Effect of genioglossus, geniohyoid, and digastric advancement on tongue base and hyoid position" Laryngoscope 127(8):1938-1942.
Renk, E., Sulica, L., Grossman, C., Georges, J., Murry, T. VHI-10 and SVHI-10 Differences in Singers Self-Perception of Dysphonia Severity. J Voice 31(3):383.
Yang S, Orta P, Renk EM, Inman JC. Congenital nasal pyriform aperture stenosis in association with solitary median maxillary central incisor: unique radiologic features. Radiol Case Rep. 2016 Sept;11(3): 178-181.

Locations

    • Phone:
    • Phone: 937-641-3000
    • Fax: 937-641-3326

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: University of Michigan Medical School, Otolaryngology, Pediatric Otolaryngology, 2018
  • Residency: Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology, 2017
  • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 2012

Board Certifications

  • Otolaryngology: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2018

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - PFK
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • BWC
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - PFK
  • Cigna
  • CMH (BCMH)
  • Humana
  • Humana Healthy Horizons
  • Humana Healthy Horizons - PFK
  • Medicaid Indiana
  • Medicaid Ohio
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Medicare Ohio
  • Molina Healthcare of Ohio
  • ODM - PFK
  • Ohio Health Choice
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • Premier Health Plan
  • TRICARE for Life
  • TRICARE Prime
  • United Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Reviews

4.8 of 5 stars

168 Ratings, 16 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Search reviews
    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2026

    The provider was very clear in the explanation. The resident that was in the room was very thorough in the evaluation. We really appreciated the candid and honest answers. They even enjoyed some humor with us and our child, which made us feel connected to everyone that was present during the appointment. We appreciate the ease of the check-in process and the helpfulness that everyone provided as far as directions and scheduling and follow-up and next steps. We would highly recommend Dr. Knecht and her team and look forward to the next time we get to see each other.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2026

    They explained the issue, and what will happen for our daughter case,the simply way that we can understand, we appreciate that.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2026

    Amazing provider, listens and explains things, and I like her, and I wish I can keep her as a doctor forever.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2026

    Our care was exceptional, timely and so caring! Dr. Knecht's care for my daughter has made a difference for her for the rest of her life and I will always be grateful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/14/2026

    Very nice, thorough and spent the time we needed to have all questions answered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2026

    Dr. Knecht was so helpful and kind in helping my daughter and explaining everything to me. I am so appreciative of all her time and care for us!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    She was great! So personable and friendly and explained things so well!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/15/2026

    Outstanding provider and did a great job listening to my son issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    Dr. Nacht was extremely professional and very friendly and put all of our concerns at ease and explained our son's issues to us adequately. Thank you so much.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    After a very scary experience with a tonsil and adenoid removal, I have seen Dr. Connect a few times for my daughter. She has been nothing but kind and responsive to all of my questions and needs and even answering questions like, well, what would you tell somebody to do for your child? What would you want to do for your child? And I greatly appreciate her taking us into consideration and taking the time and truly listening to us.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    She is an amazing provider, she just always seems to run behind on appointments and it takes forever to get into. She is worth the wait though!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    The doctor was very kid-friendly and my grandson loved the atmosphere.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    She was wonderful

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    The doctor is excellent - it's the scheduling that makes seeing her prohibitive. There needs to be more readily available appointments OR staffing in ENT needs to be increased. The months and months of waiting for an appointment deters from using Dayton Children's ENT for care, no matter how great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    This was a truly perfect experience. Everyone from the scheduler to the provider and her team were amazing! We could not have been more pleased!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    It was a great experience in the ENT clinic.